For 2023 the fees related to workers’ compensation will be increased. This increase should be updated and effective by March 1, 2023. This includes acupuncture as well as evaluation & management, and physical medicine and rehabilitation services. California workers’ comp Read more…
Research continues to showcase the effectiveness of acupuncture for several pain conditions, including… Is acupuncture helpful for pain? Research continues to showcase the effectiveness of acupuncture for several pain conditions, including back and neck pain, knee pain associated with osteoarthritis, Read more…
There are different scenarios where it may be appropriate to waive a patient’s insurance responsibility, including for patients who are suffering a financial crisis or emergency. Is your acupuncture office waiving patient copayments and/or deductibles? Waiving a patient’s insurance responsibility Read more…
Medicare 2023 fees are now final. Rates that were published in December were rescinded, as is not unusual based on congressional budget issues. The good news the original reduction in rates was averted and fees are essentially flat with slight Read more…
As the internet continues to grow, online reviews are guiding the way new patients make their healthcare provider decisions. Are you utilizing the internet’s online reviews as a source of your acupuncture practice referrals? Every successful acupuncturist knows a consistent Read more…
As an acupuncturist, you should be aware of your right to challenge insurance recoupment requests. Can an insurance company recoup payment of paid claims? “An insurance company may not recoup payment unless the healthcare provider engaged in fraud or misrepresentations Read more…
Nearly 250 million people are affected by knee osteoarthritis worldwide. Do you have patients complaining of knee pain from knee osteoarthritis? Nearly 250 million people are affected by knee osteoarthritis worldwide. A study published in the American Journal of Chinese Read more…
A study published in the American Journal of Chinese Medicine showed the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture and electroacupuncture in patients with chronic neck pain. Do you have patients complaining of chronic neck pain? Among adults in the US, neck Read more…
Stress can lead to an increased risk of illness, substance misuse, and higher rates of anxiety and depression. Are you finding your acupuncture patients to be more stressed and anxious than usual? A survey by the American Psychological Association found Read more…
What processes do you have in place once your patients leave your office to make sure they are complying with treatment? How is your acupuncture practice’s follow-up? Here 3 questions to ask yourself: 1. What processes do you have in Read more…